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Muscatine Police, school officials joint statement on Texas tragedy

The Muscatine Police Department and the Muscatine Community School District released the following statement today (May 25) in regards to the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas, and the current safety efforts for Muscatine school students and staff. Read on...
No curbside collections on Monday; city offices closed for holiday

Most City of Muscatine departments will have the day off on Monday (May 30) as the nation pauses and reflects on Memorial Day to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation. Read on...
Muscatine Harbor Gas Dock opens for the season Friday (May 27)

The Gas Dock, located on the Muscatine riverfront in the channel just upriver from the Muscatine Boat Harbor, will begin serving customers at 5 p.m. Friday (May 27), weather permitting. Read on...
Memorial donation to help spread safe swimming message

To honor the life and legacy of Lucille Friedan, her family has kindly donated funds to the Muscatine Aquatic Center to support swimming for our local youth today. Read on...
Historic Preservation seeking applicants for board member

The Historic Preservation Commission is looking for a resident of the City of Muscatine to fulfill the term of a member who has resigned and help safeguard Muscatine’s historical features. Read on...
Muscatine Aquatic Center set to open for season on May 28

Parks & Recreation Maintenance staff and Lifeguards have spent the last several days filling the pool, testing water chemistry and training in preparation for Opening Day scheduled for May 28. Read on...
City Administrator's April report of City activity available

The monthly City Administrator Report to the City Council and Citizens of Muscatine is now available highlighting the many accomplishments by the departments of the City of Muscatine during the month of April. Read on...
Making a splash - Mississippi Mist cascading jets of summer fun

The riverboat smokestack-themed jets of the Mississippi Mist interactive fountain cascaded for the first time this summer, bringing back to life one of the featured activities on the Muscatine riverfront. Read on...
Summer Bonus - Muscatine students can ride MuscaBus for free

When school is out for the summer, Muscatine kindergarten through 12th grade students can ride MuscaBus ROUTE buses free. Read on...
Havlicek series on Iowa's seasonal changes on exhibit at Art Center

Selections from the series “The Sanctuary of the Sun: Seasons and Time” will be on exhibit in the historic house at the Muscatine Art Center June 2 through September 11, 2022. Read on...
Moody's assigns City Aa2 rating; bond sale is completed

The City of Muscatine was assigned an Aa2 rating from Moody’s Investors Service based on the city’s stable population trends, a growing tax base, stable financial operations, and healthy reserves. Read on...
Final reading on three proposed ordinances on May 19 Council agenda

The final readings of three proposed ordinances are on the agenda for the Thursday (May 19) Muscatine City Council meeting along with a resolution approving the issuance of General Obligation Bonds. Read on...
Diverse stories of children contained in photos of Art Center exhibit

Come explore the lives of children from all different kinds of circumstances through the exhibition, “Where Children Sleep: Photographs by James Mollison,” at the Muscatine Art Center. Read on...
Update: Houser Street work will continue for next 2-3 weeks

Full depth patching continues on Houser Street with work also scheduled to begin on Frontage Road Tuesday (May 17) according to the Muscatine Department of Public Works. Read on...